Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, known for its platform, Ubuntu. We are looking for a Senior/Staff/Lead Engineer to join the Launchpad team, responsible for managing open-source development projects. This role involves overseeing a mature, Python-driven system crucial for projects like Ubuntu and ensuring a high-quality, high-velocity environment for open-source contributions.
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Your responsibilities will include:
- Influencing design, architecture, and feature decisions across distributed teams for impactful solutions.
- Crafting robust, API-first Python code with unit tests.
- Diagnosing and resolving complex technical challenges, enhancing performance and reliability.
- Mentoring fellow engineers and leading code reviews.
- Collaborating with a globally distributed team of technology experts.
Location: Remote (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia)
Work Conditions: Full-time, remote role based in the EMEA region. Travel internationally 2 to 4 times a year for key internal discussions and events.
Qualifications:
- Strong technical excellence in Python development.
- Experience maintaining large-scale web applications and database management (PostgreSQL a plus).
- Familiarity with integration and operations in distributed environments.
- Knowledge of security considerations in development.
- Understanding of Ubuntu as a development and deployment platform.
- Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or a similar field.
Benefits:
- Competitive compensation tailored to location, experience, and performance.
- Performance-driven annual bonus.
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.
- Annual compensation review and recognition rewards.
- Maternity and paternity leave, along with wellness programs.
- Opportunity for travel and personal development.
Canonical champions diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment to foster innovation and performance within our teams.
